When trading internationally, there are a lot of different laws and regulations that you have to follow. They often vary from country to country, and they change on a regular basis. It's easy to make mistakes when doing business in another country, but unfortunately, these mistakes can sometimes land you in a lot of trouble. It probably is not time to panic just yet, but you should make sure that you don't do these things if you're facing any legal issues for international trade violations.
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Living Trusts: 3 Benefits For Your Loved Ones
When it comes to estate planning, it is important not to put it off until the last minute. One part of the estate planning process is trusts. Many people are beginning to include trusts in their estate plans. There are several different types of trusts that can be created, and one such trust is the living trust. Compared to the traditional trust, a living trust allows the legal process to be streamlined with assets being transferred to loved ones simpler and faster than ever before.
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How to Prevent a Lawsuit From Destroying Your Company
Finding out that your business is being sued can make you feel like life is over as you know it. Many businesses have had a hard time recovering after lawsuits in the past, but this doesn't mean that your company will be completely destroyed by the lawsuit. Even though you can obviously expect at least some type of negative impact on your business in this situation, these tips can help you prevent your company from being completely destroyed after being sued.
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Diamonds Are Forever, But Patents Aren't
In a world where copyrights and trademarks can last for as long as the creator lives and many years afterwards, patents have a comparatively short lifespan. Nevertheless, many people make the assumption that patents can last forever. The following not only explains how long a typical patent lasts, but also how easy it can be to lose that patent.
How Long Does a Patent Last?
In the U.S., a utility patent with a filing date prior to June 8, 1995 is valid for up to 17 years from the date the patent was granted or 20 years from the date the patent was filed.
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